County Corner - Kentucky Farm Bureau

County Corner

County Farm Bureaus support every community in the Commonwealth through information, products and service programs including: Women's Leadership Activities, Ag in the Classroom, Commodity Market Information, Scholarships, Certified Roadside Farm Markets and our Young Farmers program.  County Farm Bureaus  have established a reputation as effective advocates for its members.  Check this space often for updates on County Farm Bureau programs and activities happening in our community.

Barren County students awarded Farm Bureau scholarships
Barren County students awarded Farm Bureau scholarships

Mariah Hughes and Mattea Wyatt, both seniors at Barren County High School, are each the recipient of a $500 college scholarship from Barren County Farm Bureau.

Barren County Farm Bureau Receives 2017 Women's Gold Star Award of Excellence
Barren County Farm Bureau Receives 2017 Women's Gold Star Award of Excellence

Recognized for the achievements of its women’s program this year, Barren County Farm Bureau received the 2017 Gold Star Award of Excellence during Kentucky Farm Bureau’s annual meeting in Louisville.

Project by Barren County Student Anna Alexander Featured in Kentucky Farm Bureau's "Science in Agriculture" Displays
Project by Barren County Student Anna Alexander Featured in Kentucky Farm Bureau's "Science in Agriculture" Displays

Barren County student, Anna Alexander, was among the 12 students selected from across the state to display their agriculture science projects at this week’s Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) annual meeting in Louisville.

Project by Barren County Student Featured in Kentucky Farm Bureau's "Science in Agriculture" Displays
Project by Barren County Student Featured in Kentucky Farm Bureau's "Science in Agriculture" Displays

Barren County student, Abigail Coleman, was among the 12 students selected from across the state to display their agriculture science projects at this week’s Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) annual meeting in Louisville.

Barren County Farm Bureau Annual Membership Meeting
Barren County Farm Bureau Annual Membership Meeting

The Barren County Farm Bureau Federation Annual Membership Meeting was held September 20th at Barren County Trojan Academy, with a rib-eye steak dinner prepared by the Barren County Cattlemen's Association and enjoyed by the over 300 members in attendance.

KFB Spotlight

Down the Backroads | May We All Take Note of the Beauty Around Us
March 18, 2024
Down the Backroads | May We All Take Note of the Beauty Around Us

To say it was a big adventure, may be a bit of an understatement, and the first few hours felt as though we were driving on a treadmill, going along at a steady pace but not seeming to get anywhere.

Kentucky's Riverport System: A Vital Connection to the Farm
March 8, 2024
Kentucky's Riverport System: A Vital Connection to the Farm

As Kentucky has seen exponential growth in its grain-producing sector, farm families are continually looking at the issue of grain storage, especially during harvest season.

Farm Labor: It's Complicated
March 8, 2024
Farm Labor: It's Complicated

Of all the issues today’s farm families face, getting adequate, affordable help for their operations seems to be at the top of the list for many. It was one of the most discussed issues during a recent county tour taken by Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) leadership.